Principal's Corner

Welcome to the 2017-2018 school year at Edward Harris, Jr. Middle School. As the principal at EHMS, I am eager to provide our students with an optimal educational experience. EHMS is a California Gold Ribbon School and last year was given the distinguished title of California Honor Roll School for the collective performance of our students and staff. Diversity, strong instruction, and a loving atmosphere enrich Edward Harris, Jr. Middle School. We pride ourselves on getting students to learn today, so that they can lead tomorrow.

The transition to the Common Core has been a success. The curriculum that your students will be engaged in is aligned with the California Common Core State Standards. Our staff is dedicated to making sure your students are prepared for the rigors of high school, college and potential careers, by equipping them with the 21st century skills needed to be successful in their future endeavors. Our comprehensive site offers classes and programs such as Computer Technology, AVID, Leadership, Athletics, and Band, to give our students a well-rounded education, teaching them good study habits and self-discipline as well. The district’s Graduate Profile illustrates the standard level of accomplishment that we expect our students to possess as they graduate from our EGUSD schools. Our school will give students the opportunity to grow in the areas of problem solving, communication, self-awareness, technology, community engagement and character.

This year is going to be filled with excitement, learning opportunities and achievements. At EHMS, parent participation is highly encouraged. A guide to assist your student in their school endeavors this year will be posted in their EHMS Agendas. You will also find many useful tools on our school website and Parent VUE. Hope to see you soon!

Principal’s Biography

Mr. Charles Amey is a native of Union City, California, where he attended James Logan High School. While in high school he excelled at football and track & field, twice qualifying for the CIF State Meet in the 110 high hurdles and 4x100 meter relay. His abilities earned him scholarships in both track and football to California State Sacramento.

At CSUS, Mr. Amey majored in Interpersonal/ Small Group Communications and minored in Sociology. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications in 2003, Mr. Amey began his teaching career. For three years he served as a long-term substitute at Jonas Salk Middle School and Sylvan Middle School in the SJUSD. In 2006 he pursued his teaching credential from San Francisco State University through the Teacher Education Institute (TEI) of Elk Grove Unified School District, and landed a teaching position at Edward Harris, Jr. Middle School.

From 2006-2011, Mr. Amey taught English and Public Speaking. He also served as the head men’s track & field coach at Monterey Trail High School from 2005-2013 and the head track & field coach at Harris from 2008-2010. During his tenure at EHMS, Mr. Amey earned his Master’s degree in Educational Leadership. His Master’s project, which centered on the effect of mentoring in secondary education, birthed the AIM mentor program.

In the winter of the 2011-12 school year, Mr. Amey became the Academic Program Coordinator at MTHS, functioning as an administrator over the school’s Advanced Placement and intervention programs. In 2013, Mr. Amey was promoted to Vice Principal. After 4 ½ years, Mr. Amey returned home to Edward Harris, Jr. Middle School with the goal of taking the school to new heights.

In addition to being a principal, Mr. Amey is a joyously married father of three, an ordained Pastor at Spirit & Truth Church and an assistant coach for all of his children’s sports teams. Two of his brothers, Vince (1998) and Otis (2005), played in the NFL for the Raiders and 49ers respectively.

Mr. Amey believes that all students can learn when a loving environment, coupled with high expectations and rigor, are provided for them. He encourages all students to be lifelong learners and to seek the highest level of knowledge possible, as education is the key to advancement. He also encourages his staff to provide all students with the best educational experience possible.